Great Sound Bars for your TV

Crank up your audio experience with a sound bar
Sound bar sitting on console under a TV.
Take your home entertainment system to the next level with a sound bar. VMAI

Great sounding speakers tend to add more bulk, and most modern TV models are getting slimmer and sleeker. This means it’s harder for manufacturers to build in excellent sound. But even if you don’t want to spend a lot of money, you can still find a sound bar that will give you more from your viewing experience. If you’re ready to take your TV and movie time to the next level, here are a few of the great sound bars for the TV we recommend.

JBL Bar 5.1 4K Ultra HD 5.1-Channel Soundbar with True Wireless Surround Speakers, Black
Music, movies and games will sound incredible with this system. JBL

This sound bar from JBL transforms from just a soundboard into a complete home theater system that offers an excellent music or movie listening experience. It’s equipped with two detachable wireless surround speakers that are battery powered, offering 10 hours of playtime. It also has a 10inch wireless subwoofer and comes with 510W of total system power. Multiple HDMI inputs make it easy to connect to your 4K devices. Featuring Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS and Dolby digital, video games, music, and movies sound incredible. The wireless subwoofer gives you thrilling, rich bass and is flexible and easy to place without the hassles that come with wires.

Polk Audio AM6214-A Signa S2 Ultra-Slim TV Sound Bar | Works with 4K & HD TVs | Wireless Subwoofer | Includes HDMI & Optical Cables | Bluetooth Enabled, Black
Eliminate voice delays for good and maximize sound clarity with this setup. Polk

The ultra-slim design of this sound bar for the TV means it won’t take up a lot of space, and it looks great wherever you place it, too. It features Dolby Digital Decoding and voice adjust technology for improved sound clarity and no more voice delays. It’s only two-inches tall, so you can place it in front of the TV and it won’t block any remote sensors, or you can mount it on the wall with ease. With multiple connection possibilities, you can plug into any audio source with optical input, AUX, HDMI, and HDMI ARC. Built-in Bluetooth technology allows you to connect to your favorite streaming apps, such as TuneIn, Spotify, and Pandora.

Samsung HW-T450 Acoustic Beam T Series Soundbar with Samsung SWA-8500S 2.0 Speaker System
The Smart Sound feature optimizes your audio for whatever you’re watching. Samsung

This Samsung sound bar stands out because of the Smart Sound feature that optimizes your sound for the content you watch. Whether you’re watching a drama that goes to quiet dialogue or you’re watching a loud concert or event, you’ll get clear sound for the best viewing experience. Bluetooth TV connection allows you to enjoy all your favorite content without the need for cables. The powerful bass lets you feel the beat and action of music, particularly with the addition of the wireless subwoofer. Game mode allows you to optimize your gaming sound so you have the best gaming experience.

Sony HT-S350 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer: S350 2.1ch Sound Bar and Powerful Subwoofer - Home Theater Surround Sound Speaker System for TV - Bluetooth and HDMI Arc Compatible Bar
A quality mid-range option that features seven different sound modes. Sony

This Sony sound bar comes with a wireless subwoofer as well to optimize your audio, and the 320W output brings your audio content to life with excellent clarity and volume. The included powerful subwoofer gives a rich, deep bass sound, and S-Force Pro virtual surround sound technology mimics the surround sound experience you’d expect in a theater. Equipped with seven different sound modes, you can choose from cinema, news, standard, sports, game, music, and auto sound modes. The voice enhancement feature helps amplify dialogue over background noise so you enjoy greater clarity.

Sound Bar, TV Sound Bar with Subwoofer, 120W 2.1 Soundbar, Wired & Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 Speaker for TV, 34 Inch, HDMI/Optical/Aux/USB, Wall Mountable, Bass Adjustable Surround Sound for Home Theater
This budget-friendly option offers an immersive experience with multiple input options. VMAI

With this sound bar, you get a far better sound experience than with your TV speakers along. Using the latest in technology, it delivers clear audio and the subwoofer gives you powerful bass for a dynamic audience experience in your home. With Bluetooth 5.0 you get stable connectivity, smooth transmission, and fast transmission speeds, and you’re able to play your favorite tunes anywhere. Featuring four different sound modes – news, 3D, music, and movie – you can enjoy the perfect sound for whatever you’re watching. Multiple input options make setup easy and let you integrate the sound bar with multiple devices.